arch support

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noun

a rigid support placed inside a shoe so that its molded form fits the arch of the foot and relieves strain on the muscles of the foot while walking, standing, etc.

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Origin of arch support

First recorded in 1935–40

Words nearby arch support

archoplasm, archosaur, archpriest, archrival, archsee, arch support, archt., archway, Archy, arciform, Arcimboldi

Example sentences from the Web for arch support

She recommends slippers from Vionic, which have arch support, and Oofos recovery sandals.
‘A pandemic of broken toes’: How life at home has been painful for feet|Elizabeth Chang|January 12, 2021|Washington Post
Since uneven grass can cause your feet to twist, arch support and cushioning is paramount.
Best running shoes for men: Five things to consider|Eric Alt|December 9, 2020|Popular Science
Barefoot cushioning leaves only a thin layer between your feet and the ground and offers minimal arch support and no stability features.
Best running shoes for men: Five things to consider|Eric Alt|December 9, 2020|Popular Science
“I do not support gay marriages being recognized in Florida,” he wrote Andrew Walther of Sanford.
Jeb Bush’s Unseen Anti-Gay Marriage Emails|Jackie Kucinich|January 9, 2015|DAILY BEAST

If the Israel model ban were directed towards disordered eating, Ravin says she would support it whole-heartedly.
How Skinny Is Too Skinny? Israel Bans ‘Underweight’ Models|Carrie Arnold|January 8, 2015|DAILY BEAST
In October, he traveled to Denver with Fry to support his work with LGBT rights organization The Matthew Sheppard Foundation.
Meet Stephen Fry’s Future Husband (Who Is Less Than Half His Age)|Tom Sykes|January 6, 2015|DAILY BEAST
A Republican candidate hoping to win red state support could find a worse team to root for than one from Dallas.
Will Chris Christie Regret His Cowboy Hug?|Matt Lewis|January 5, 2015|DAILY BEAST
Both are considered marginal figures in the House GOP caucus and have no real base of support for their respective bids.
The YOLO Caucus' New Cry for Attention|Ben Jacobs|January 4, 2015|DAILY BEAST
His enemies persistently insinuated that he was really returning to Spain to support the clericals actively.
The Philippine Islands|John Foreman
Several able speakers had made long addresses in support of the bill when one Mr. Morrisett, from Monroe, took the floor.
The Book of Anecdotes and Budget of Fun;|Various
Martini was on his mission to Vienna; but another valet was put into the chariot to support the Duke.
The Pastor's Fire-side Vol. 3 of 4|Jane Porter
The way was under a double row of tall trees, which met at the top and formed a green arch over our heads.
Music-Study in Germany|Amy Fay
A double detachment of soldiers was already there, with orders to support him in case of resistance.
The Pastor's Fire-side Vol. 3 of 4|Jane Porter

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